At a Glance
- Marshals follows Yellowstone’s Kayce Dutton as he joins a U.S. Marshals unit in Montana.
- The series was announced in May 2025, renamed in January 2026, and will premiere on March 1, 2026.
- It will air 13 episodes on CBS Sunday nights and stream on Paramount+.
**Why it matters: Fans of Yellowstone can continue watching Kayce’s journey while the franchise expands across networks and new storylines.
Kayce Dutton, the youngest son of the Dutton family, has become a fan favorite since the final episode of Yellowstone aired in December 2024. A new series, Marshals, will pick up where that episode left off, showing Kayce leaving the ranch behind to serve as a U.S. Marshal in Montana. The move from a ranch to a federal law-enforcement role marks a dramatic shift in the character’s arc and opens the door for fresh storylines.
The Birth of Marshals
In May 2025, CBS announced a Yellowstone spinoff titled Y: Marshals, later shortened to Marshals in January 2026 according to The Hollywood Reporter. The change was made to give the series a cleaner, more focused title. CBS, which has never produced a Yellowstone-related show before, will air the series on Sunday nights.
Production Timeline
| Date | Milestone |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | Official announcement of Y: Marshals |
| Summer 2025 | Filming begins on location in Montana |
| January 2026 | Title changed to Marshals |
| March 1, 2026 | Premiere date on CBS |
The production schedule follows the pattern of Yellowstone’s earlier seasons, with a tight shooting window that keeps the show in line with broadcast standards.
The Cast and Characters
Luke Grimes is the first confirmed cast member, reprising his role as Kayce Dutton. Grimes shared the announcement on Instagram, writing, “Cowboys dont say goodbye, they say see you later.”
Other returning actors include:
- Gil Birmingham as High Chief Thomas Rainwater
- Mo Brings Plenty as a member of the Broken Rock Reservation
- Brecken Merrill as Tate, Kayce’s son
- Kelsey Asbille as Monica, Kayce’s wife
New additions to the cast bring fresh faces to the Yellowstone universe:
- Arielle Kebbel
- Ash Santos
- Tatanka Means
- Brett Cullen
These actors will join Kayce as he navigates the challenges of being the last line of defense in Montana’s war on violence.
Writing, Producing, and Creative Vision
Spencer Hudnut will serve as the writer, executive producer, and showrunner for Marshals. Hudnut’s background includes work on CBS’s Unforgettable and Paramount+’s SEAL Team.
Taylor Sheridan, the creator of Yellowstone, will also act as an executive producer, bringing his signature tone to the new series. CBS Entertainment President Amy Reisenbach told reporters that Sheridan’s involvement is still early in the process but that the network values his input.
Luke Grimes will also take on an executive producer role, a common practice for lead actors in long-running franchises.
Production Values and Budget
Reisenbach emphasized the high production standards for the show, saying, “We don’t do cheap,” and that the budget for Marshals is on par with other broadcast series. The series is expected to mirror the visual style of Yellowstone, with sweeping Montana landscapes and a focus on character drama.
Release and Availability
The first season of Marshals will consist of 13 episodes, each airing weekly on Sundays at 9 p.m. ET. The episodes will be available for streaming on Paramount+ after their CBS broadcast.
Until the premiere, all five seasons of Yellowstone are available to stream on Peacock. Fans who want to catch up can watch the original series before diving into the new spin-off.
Key Takeaways
- Marshals continues Kayce Dutton’s story by placing him in a federal law-enforcement role.
- The series was announced in May 2025, renamed in January 2026, and will premiere on March 1, 2026.
- Luke Grimes leads a cast that includes returning Yellowstone actors and several new faces.
- Spencer Hudnut will run the show, with Taylor Sheridan as an executive producer.
- The production will follow Yellowstone’s high-quality aesthetic and will air 13 episodes on CBS Sunday nights, streaming on Paramount+.
With the Yellowstone franchise expanding across multiple networks and new narrative threads, Marshals promises to deliver the same blend of family drama and rugged frontier action that has made the original series a cultural touchstone.
